“Please….Please…Pretty please….For the love you have for me…..And I don't want to be stuck in that place with these people.” She continued begging in a child-like tone and I shook my head.“No, Quit acting like a child. I'm going to be working and you know you have to get along with them at the end of the day.” She pushed my arm in anger making my phone almost crash to the floor as she always loved to hit something when she was mad.I sucked my teeth in frustration and stood up and left. She was such a child.**********THREE DAYS LATER:It had been a hectic 72 hours. After landing I immediately took a nap and got acquainted with the assistants and the kitchen where the magic was going to take place. I had made it known, I would not be needing anyone in the kitchen with me. They obliged to every wish of mine and it had been going well. Until earlier tonight, I had stumbled upon a lady my mother had gotten me to go to a blind date with. Her name was Melody and she was a pretty lady ex
IRIS'S POV:It was a beautiful sunny day. I was so excited, in fact I was excited everyday since I had my kids. After I had passed out after pushing my twins, my parents had informed me on how scared they were that they believed that I had died. My father often joked that my mother was simply terrified at the thought that she would raise twins at her old age. The first time I held my two babies, a beautiful baby boy and a gorgeous baby girl, I had instantly fallen in love and a single tear rolled down my cheek thanking the heavens that I was given such cuteness. I smiled at my baby boy who was being fussy while my baby girl was sleeping.“Congratulations Miss Fletcher! Have you decided on their names?” The nurse questioned, my parents and Mariana who were seated instantly shot up from their seats and Mariana grabbed her video camera yet again.“Iris, name one of them, Diamond pretty please.” Mariana begged as she recorded and I thought that was such a cute middle name.I waited for m
IRIS'S POV:“There was no emergency. It was simply an appointment, and I had been given the second chief executive of operations. My father had said it was to prepare me to run the company. And you know what? I'm happy. I'm happy I'm not just starting as the CEO, and I'm super excited, people at the company seemed pleased. I'm also grateful, its operations because I'm truly interested in that. My parents know me so well and I finally have another job, another taking care of my babies.” I explained and Mariana grinned from ear to ear.“Get up, let me hug you.” She instructed and I stood up hugging her tightly. I smiled and appreciated as she muttered, “I'm so proud of you, my baby.”“I'm going to take you shopping later on, but tell me, is the Chief operation officer handsome?” She inquired and I shrugged.“His name is Oscar, and he seems like he's in his early forties. He is cute.” I didn't really care much to look at him, it was business.“Why are you even asking, aren't you busy wit
7 YEARS LATER:AT THE FLETCHER MANSION:“Just add a little bit of salt.” Jamie instructed, and reversed back while my mother recorded the two, like the proud grandmother that she was.It was a beautiful Friday evening and I had stopped by the kids and I's favorite store and grabbed a box of doughnuts containing jelly and glazed chocolate. I had a successful meeting with an investor, I don't know if he was truly interested in the project or interested in me. Rather than asking questions about the company and project, he was trying to get to know me. It was disgusting being that he was as old as my father, so I let him know right we were here for business.That was the hardships that came with being a thriving woman in an industry popularly dominated by men.I stood by the door watching Jason cook like a professional. Since he was as young as five which stunned us all, especially my parents who could barely cook and I was the same as well. I could make simple breakfasts but my son cooke
IRIS'S POV:A WEEK LATER:“We look so beautiful, let's make sure we get a couple pictures.” Emily announced fixing her short tight-fitted cream lace gown as all three of us exited out of the black limousine sent specially for us.Emily was one of our friends from college, who was an amazing fashion designer and a very enthusiastic girl. We only reconnected about five years ago, when she returned after training under a fashion icon in Riparis, a city of love. I have been wanting to travel there but haven't gotten the chance to. So for my honeymoon when I get married, I plan to spend at least a month there having a good time and enjoying the view. We were currently attending a silent auction for Miguel, Mariana's boyfriend, who was a talented artist. A lawyer and an artist was a combination I had never seen before but they made it work, though they had a couple of ups and downs. However, unbeknownst to Mariana, Miguel had met with my parents, Sophie, Emily and I to announce that he wa
IRIS'S POV:“You have the power to protect them and unlike you, I'm sure they wouldn't stop you from protecting and being there for them all the way. So I advise you to go back, you might not even meet either of those men. Support and watch Jason emerge as the winner. It will be okay and you have Aunty Mariana there as well to support.” She concluded and I heaved out a breath.“See that's why you're my best friend!” I mimicked her tone of earlier and stretched out my hand for a hug and she embraced me laughing. “Now is it just me or my man is talented? Did you see all those art pieces? Woof…It's crazy this house isn't on fire.” She commented in astonishment and pride, I smiled just seeing her in love.“They are.”“You know when my cousin got married a year ago, I was wondering what was wrong with me that I wasn't getting married or even proposed to. I wasn't even pregnant nor fooling around. I was just sitting myself down and working. It was a bit depressing, and I didn't tell anyone
IRIS'S POV:TWO DAYS LATER:“Good morning dad.” I greeted with a smile, entering into the dinning room where no matter how advanced the world was becoming, he also sat for breakfast reading a paper.“Good morning Sweetheart.” I planted a kiss on his cheek and hugged him, before going to sit next to him.It was a Monday morning, and I had been dreading having this conversation with my father especially after an idea I had envisioned about six years ago. Too many, it might sound unbelievable and impossible but after discussing with the Chief Operation Officer, and some engineers, they all remembered my ‘abandoned secret project’. I had been so passionate and dedicated to it, it was almost done.I had named it AquaSolis Haven, and it was meant to provide electricity to everyone in the entire city. It was a beautiful plan, it would generate so much income for the company and help so many people. Phebian, a friend from College, who was an outstanding Civil engineer, had also been helping w
COMPETITION DAY:3RD POV:It was finally the Friday the entire family had been anticipating for. Twenty kids from each state in the country of Kemela, all gathered for the event, to pick only one representative for their country at the main competition at Simia. Some parents had withdrawn their kids from the competition stating how unfair it was for it to be only one winner.Iris, however, had confidence in Jason and he had been given the entire equipment and materials for all needs and the support from friends and family was massive.“You got this, Champ! Go show them how talented you are, okay? And tell to not forget to record the entire thing and tell those other losers off!” Robert told Jason over the video call making Iris chuckle while packing up the cookies she had made because Jason loved it.“I will!” Jamie popped her face into the camera and Robert laughed giving her a thumbs up.“Win or or…I'm going to get you that new helicopter.” Robert promised and Jason nervously smile
3RD POV:TWO WEEKS LATER:“You poisoned the kids? Did they die?” Loud questioning came from the abandoned duplex out of town, with little to no internet and power majorly supplied by the solar panel gotten from Iris's company.She packed up her hair in a messy bun and yawned, “I did and those little bastards didn't. You know I have always hated those two kids since I laid my eyes on them and it was going to be easier this way. Getting rid of them as well as having Iris crying her eyes out. It's so annoying seeing her grinning from all directions of the camera, I just wish I was able to stay longer and see the tears rolling down her fat cheeks.”She tossed the little transparent bag of poison on the table stand in her room while he sat on the bed laughing at her words while keeping his eyes on her as she stripped out of her clothes. “Well, as long as there are no cameras that capture your face, it's great to keep them on their toes and have fun with them. However, you need to keep me
IRIS'S POV:Now I felt totally horrible and I ran through my face, everywhere was as silent as a graveyard which was definitely a wrong comparison given the situation at ground. To make matters worse, some medical personnels came out rolling a covered body out but stopped when they saw us. I could hear a sniffle coming from someone which I would guess to be Sophie, she hated situations like this.“I'm so sorry.” I coughed out and he smiled tightly.“I totally understand and I'm sorry for all the trauma and pain I caused you in the past, and what Gabriel is doing to you and your family. You still hit as hard as before I see. “ He joked trying to lighten up the mood as he adjusted his suit, and there was a cut on his lip.“Thank you for the suit and for this hit. I needed it more than you would ever imagine.” He looked surprisingly sincere, looking so hurt and he walked off. I could feel everyone's eyes glued on me and waiting for my next move.I closed my eyes for a second before hurry
IRIS'S POV:THAT EVENING:“I came as soon as I heard and Bonnie stayed back with the baby. What are they saying?” Carl joined us in the hallway, greeting everyone who was just as anxious. I remained silent and to myself wiping away my tears, ignoring everyone's word of comfort and encouragement, just thinking long and hard of what had possibly gone wrong. As the twins were rushed in about thirty minutes ago, we all overheard the doctors and paramedic suggest that they were most likely poisoned and Jason's condition was more critical than Jamie.From where? By who? When? “I should have been more cautious and careful. If anything happens to them, I will never be able to forgive myself.” I thought outloud and placed my head in my hand, trying my best not to break down into tears and I could feel Jonathan's muscular arm instantly pulling me.“It's not your fault, Iris. They are going to be fine.” Mariana and Sophie said in unison, just like the twins and I imagined never getting to hear
JONATHAN'S POV:THAT SAME DAY:“Thank you, thank you so much, Sweetheart. This would have never happened without you.” I kissed my wife repeatedly on her forehead, cheeks, lips and neck and she giggled melodiously, looking so gorgeous. Whew…My wife is breathtaking. Even with little to no make up.“It's all you, love. You are so talented, passionate and amazing, it's only right you get your flowers and deal with whoever attempts to tarnish your image.” She spoke sweetly and I held onto her waist firmly, unable to wipe the smile on my face.The switch in people's words and reactions to me was quite amusing. My assistant had read what was being said now and I was just glad, the restaurant would continue receiving customers as this also affected the sales of the restaurant. “I love you so much, with everything in me!” I told her with absolute sincerity, and she cupped my cheek, pressing her lips on mine and kissing me softly.“I love you too, and the kids and I are so proud of you.” She
IRIS'S POV:“In the absence of any confessions or words from either of these great chefs. Let's begin….” The announcer stated, and began cutting down along with every other person in the audience as well as the kids who were just so energetic from all that sugar intake.“3….2….1…” And they began, grabbing their utensils and everything needed.The hall was not so large, it had a capacity of two thousand people because as soon as the tickets were out they were instantly sold out. Many referred to the competition as the ‘greatest battle of the sexiest chefs.’ And what was better than watching it in person…The hall was dimly lit, and the spotlights were on the contestants who had their eyes facing to the audience and the judges who also watched how they had prepared it. I wasn't even as tense as I should be, because one of the judges was present at the revealing of this new meal and he had been one who gave Jonathan thumbs up.But I feared whoever was behind bribing Chef Ryan could also
IRIS'S POV:A WEEK LATER:“Good morning everyone. I am Iris Knight, wife of Jonathan Knight and I will answer a few questions after sharing some words.” I spoke in a very assertive tone, speaking into the different microphones before me. “Chef's Ris was made inspired by me because I am my husband's taste, which is probably why a single bite of the meal will always make you moan or groan at its blended delicious taste. Chefs who have been in love could probably understand what I'm talking about. Chef Ryan who knows if he has or would ever experience the love Jonathan and I share, what if he truly has, won't it be great if he gathered with us by tomorrow night with it being publicly streamed, in order for the whole world to see the same passion and ease in his eyes as he cooks. We've all witnessed Jonathan Knight prepare this meal confidently for years, how come we haven't heard or seen Ryan Jared do the same? If he doesn't, it displays how much of a liar and fraud he is right?” I chuc
JONATHAN'S POV:A WEEK LATER:Bonnie had given birth to a baby boy, and though premature, all four of us had concluded that he was going to be so bad yet great like Carl was. If I hadn't admired Carl before then I totally did now, he had been making sure Bonnie was doing well after the surgery as well as questioning the doctors about the most minimal things everytime he goes online to read something about premature birth. He had also been flooding her with gifts and he shared with Tristan and I that it was finally time to get her the luxurious car she had requested for because she duly deserved it as his greatest fear which was losing her didn't come to pass. Iris also had been so attentive to Bonnie's needs, talking to her about her feelings and worries as a new mother and I had seen them both crying one time. It still broke my heart till this day that I was unable to be there for Iris and be by her side through postpartum.I just hope there will be a next time and I will be there.
JONATHAN'S POV:TWO DAYS LATER:“Jonathan Knight, are the rumors true?”“Chef Ryan has made a whole lot of allegations against you, what do you have to say?”“Are the Knights really thieves of ideas?”“Is this how you plan to portray yourself to your kids?”The paparazzi came all at once as Tristan and I exited out of my office, we ignored them and my security hurriedly pushed them back in order for us to walk past, handing us glasses which I was so thankful for because the cameras kept flashing repeatedly in both our eyes.We successfully entered my black SUV and I heaved out a breath.“What the hell?!” Tristan exclaimed as one of the female reporters clung out at him, preventing him from shutting the door.“Give us something…anything, Mr Knight. Just a word.” She pleaded, sticking her head through the door which was almost getting closed and my security carefully pulled her away.Tristan and I looked at each other after locking the doors and laughed out loud. My driver soon started
3RD POV:THE NEXT MORNING:“Good morning, Sweetheart.” Jonathan greeted Iris, kissing her forehead and she smiled weakly, sitting up watching him bring breakfast on a tray.Iris had already woken up a few minutes ago, and almost shed a tear out of anger at the trending headline all over every blog and the mean words being said about him, set to tarnish her husband's image. Ten minutes after Jonathan's interaction with the lady he suspected to be Scarlet, everybody in the entire hall and world got a notification which stated such defamatory remarks against Jonathan.Jonathan Knight, a role model to many and a successful chef, has been called out by Chef Ryan Jared as a thief who stole his popular delicious recipe for Chef's Ris. This proves Jonathan Knight is not a man of integrity and a thief! He literally forced his wife to marry him, he can coerce anyone to do anything and steal as well. Don't you think?It was uploaded on a blog and it got over fifteen million views in an hour. J